Resizing photos is a common task, whether you want to optimize images for a website, email, or just save storage space. With a Mac, resizing photos is easy and can be done using the Preview app that comes pre-installed on all macOS and Mac OS X versions. In this guide, we will walk you through the process of resizing a photo on your Mac using Preview.
Step 1: Find the Image
Locate the image file on your Mac that you want to resize. It could be saved in your Finder or any other folder.
Step 2: Open the Image in Preview
Double-click the image file to open it in Preview. Normally, Preview is the default image viewer on Mac, so it should open automatically.
Step 3: Access the Adjust Size Option
In the Tools menu, click on “Adjust Size” to access the resizing options.
Step 4: Set the New Dimensions
In the “Image Dimensions” screen, enter the desired width and height in pixels, inches, cm, mm, dots, or percent. Make sure to select the “Scale Relatively” option to maintain the aspect ratio. Once you are satisfied with the new dimensions, click “OK”.
Step 5: Save the Resized Image
The preview image will immediately change to the selected resolution. If you are happy with the result, go to the File menu and choose either “Save” to overwrite the existing file or “Save As” to save the resized image as a new file. Select a file name, destination, and format, then click “Save”.
That’s it! You have successfully resized your photo on Mac using Preview. Keep in mind that resizing an image can both increase or decrease its resolution, as well as affect the file size. Preview also offers additional advanced features for image adjustment and editing, making it a versatile tool for Mac users.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I resize multiple images at once using Preview?
A: No, the method described in this guide is intended to resize a single image file. If you need to resize multiple images to the same dimensions, you may want to consider using a batch resizing tool.
Q: Does Preview come with all Mac versions?
A: Yes, Preview is included in all versions of macOS and Mac OS X.